Health Education
Public Health
A course by
University of Auckland
Study Health Education and health promotion at the University of Auckland and prepare for careers supporting wellbeing in schools, communities, and workplaces.
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Develop knowledge in health education and promotion
Gain in-depth understanding of health education theory and practice, as well as current best practices supported by international research.
Understand key topics in health and wellbeing
Build expertise in sexuality education, food and nutrition, and mental health education tailored to Aotearoa New Zealand contexts.
Support healthy communities
Learn to respond effectively to the health education needs of diverse groups including young people, Māori, and Pacific communities.
What You're Signing Up For
The Health Education program at the University of Auckland offers students an opportunity to study both theory and practice in health education and health promotion, grounded in Aotearoa New Zealand's unique social and cultural context. Students engage with key topics such as sexuality education, food and nutrition, and mental health education, and gain practical industry experience. Graduates will be prepared to promote and support the wellbeing of individuals and communities in a range of settings.
Course Content
- Theory and practice of health education
- Health promotion strategies
- Sexuality education
- Food and nutrition education
- Mental health education
- Industry experience placement
- Educational, social and cultural contexts of health
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Public Health
Community Education
School Education
Wellbeing
Future employment opportunities might be
Community health education roles
Health education and promotion in schools
Workplace wellbeing coordinator
Health activism
Teaching with postgraduate qualification
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